Tradition, Texture and Twinkle Lights at the Avalon Hotel in Palm Springs

By Kevin Harson17 June 2025

shades of white, ivory and creams

The wedding design was airy yet modern, whimsical, traditional, and romantic. There were classic elements with a modern flair and lots of texture. Texture was brought into the design with lots of different florals in shades of white, handmade paper signage, an airy table runner, and lots of twinkle lights.

Kevin and Sam attended the same college for four years but didn’t meet until fate brought them together in New York City after graduation. Five years later, Kevin proposed to Sam overlooking a breathtaking view of the city where they fell in love.

Kyla Studios

Bride let her friends choose the dresses for them with a focus on the Palm Springs style of colorful designs.

A beautiful selection of apps and drinks was served.

The ceremony had an ombre aisle, starting with greenery, and then white florals were added, gradually increasing in quantity as you got closer to the ceremony front. Bridesmaids had individual ingredient bouquets to complement their beautiful mismatched bridesmaid dresses. The Kims were married on 11/11, so it just seemed fitting that KIMS has an 11/11 in it. Take a peek at their cocktail napkins + afterparty slippers to see what we mean. Guests were welcomed into the cocktail hour with a “Palm Springs looks good on you” mirrored seating chart display, where guests would find their table and could take a selfie. The draped entryway led guests into a twinkle light monocratic white on white reception, with single ingredient floral arrangements + candles dressing the tables. After dinner, guests were surprised with an epic after party in the ballroom, decorated with balloons filling the ceiling and silver fringe chandeliers, setting the tone for an epic dance party. Branded slippers awaited guests so they could dance the night away in comfort.

The wedding cake was decorated to mimic the bride’s veil, which had pieces of floral appliqué from her mother’s lace wedding dress.

The bride’s veil was custom-made with appliques from her mother’s lace wedding dress

The bride’s younger brother officiated the wedding

After the Tone Audio Guestbook, so friends and family could wish the couple well wishes and give them a laugh!